Good Day
Abilene
Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Good morning, Abilene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, roughly 300 residents gathered in Abilene for the No Kings rally to voice their concerns about issues affecting local life. Organizers stressed the importance of peaceful assembly + voter registration as vital parts of community involvement. KACU
- ➤ Amid rising rents + fewer vacancies, Abilene residents face unsafe housing choices that may increase vulnerability to trafficking. KTXS will speak with Beyond Trafficking later for more details. KTXS
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday, students and alumni gathered at TSTC (Texas State Technical College) for a spring job fair where roughly 65 companies, including Google and Oracle, connected with local talent, and the college's Industry Connect (a dedicated career support system) will help graduates advance their careers. KTXS
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The National Weather Service spotlights tornado safety today (part of Severe Weather Awareness Week) as residents of Abilene review emergency plans ahead of unpredictable spring weather. KTXS
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Golfers returned to Maxwell Municipal Golf Course on March 13 after a major renovation, enjoying rebuilt greens and a revamped clubhouse with 576 rounds played on opening weekend (the course has been a local favorite since 1934). KTXS
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ArtWalk: Flower Faire
12-4 p.m. — Center For Contemporary Arts — Free entry — Celebrate spring with art vendors, food trucks, and festive activities for all ages.
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Abilene Ducks Unlimited Annual Dinner
6 PM – 12 AM — 201 Mesquite Event Center — Tickets required — Celebrate wildlife conservation while enjoying a lavish banquet.
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5K Run & 1 Mile Walk – Heirs to the Throne
9 AM – 3 PM — Redbud Park — Registration required — Family-friendly run and walk to support local mentorship programs and retreats.
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Toadies Live at Potosi
7-10 p.m. — Fun Town RV Event Center — All Ages — Experience Toadies performing their new album 'The Charmer' crafted with the legendary Steve Albini.
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Bob Dylan Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Abilene Convention Center — Tickets on sale Dec 12 — Experience the legendary Bob Dylan on the final stop of his U.S. tour showcasing his iconic songwriting.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The longer you wait to do something, the more likely you are to find a reason not to do it.
~ James Clear
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